Artist Spotlight
Exclusive Interview: Rising Artist Bxndzszn
Hello Bxndzszn, Thanks for coming to Honk Magazine to talk about your career.
Tell us a little more about when you first got into music?
For starters, music has always been a part of my life but I really fell into creating music based on it being my way of expressing myself due to me being an introvert .
If you could describe your sound/style in one word, what would it be and why?
If I could describe my sound/style in one word it would be evolutionarily because as I age so will everything else.
What would you say to any aspiring recording artists who look up to your work?
I would tell them to keep going no matter what and if that’s what they really want it is possible!
What quote or mantra do you live by?
“Get rich or die trying” and “with age comes wisdom”
What is your hobby outside of music?
Outside of music I really just like to enjoy life. My hobby outside of music would probably be me just staying positive and staying productive whether that’s playing the game or seeing the world.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
In 5 years, I see myself having achieved a lot of my goals in which I’ll be making music, living life, and spreading positivity. I am Bxndzszn !
Do you have anything new or upcoming we can expect to see from you?
Lol I’m consistent so there will always be. But I plan on getting more music and content out!
What is the inspiration behind your latest song?
The inspiration behind my latest song “destiny “ is in alignment with my life and how it’s not all positive
What are your “5 things I wish someone told me when I first started” and why. Please share a story or example for each.
Honestly this is a question that I can’t really answer because although there are things that I wish I was told… the fact that I did it for myself makes it more worth it, in my opinion of course!
Which tips would you recommend to your colleagues in your industry to help them to thrive and not “burn out”?
I’d recommend to them that breaks are very much needed and that mental health is very important.
How can our readers follow you online?
I go by Bxndzszn on all platforms EXCEPT Instagram in which it’s @fuckbxndzszn
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